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DK54 PGX

2004 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

17,440 mi
Last recorded17,440 miles
Recorded on30 May 2017
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK54 PGX
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 May 2017 17,440 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Fail 25 May 2017 17,352 miles

Rear Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

Rear Brake lever mounting insecure (3.1.2a)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 14 Jun 2016 17,014 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 12 Jun 2016 17,014 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 18 Jun 2015 15,477 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 9 Jun 2014 12,115 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

rear tyre worn

Fail 9 Jun 2014 12,115 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Front mudguard can easily contact the tyre (2.3.7)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

rear tyre worn

Pass 6 Jun 2013 9,023 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 24 May 2012 6,960 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 9 May 2011 3,543 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 792 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 446 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 338 miles

How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa?

Based on 355,016 MOT tests across 47,189 vehicles.

83.8%
Pass Rate
722
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
47,189
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 6,210
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 3,809
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 2,327
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 2,314
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 2,123
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DK54 PGX is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2004 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 11,300 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Piaggio Vespa fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 6,210 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DK54 PGX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Vespa typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 22 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DK54 PGX registered?

DK54 PGX is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 3 November 2004.

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